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1269 River Road

Johns Island, SC 29455
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Bed 2

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Bath 1

Bath

SqFt900

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Acres0.84

Acre(Lot)

Rare opportunity to own a true deepwater property less than 9 miles from Downtown Charleston for under $1M! Situated on 0.84 acres along Penny's Creek, 1269 River Road offers an incredibly hard-to-find combination of deepwater access, updated construction, and future expansion potential. The property features a private dock with floater and 6,000lb boat lift, providing approximately 6ft of water at low tide for easy access to Charleston's waterways. The charming cottage was completely renovated down to the studs by the current owner, blending modern systems and finishes with timeless Lowcountry character. Inside, you'll find stunning maple hardwood floors throughout, an open-concept floorplan, quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and abundant natural light..... .Major upgrades include all new electrical, plumbing, HVAC, Anderson high-impact windows, spray foam insulation, and a generator transfer switch for added peace of mind. A standing seam metal roof and crushed oyster shell driveway complete the home's coastal aesthetic. One of the home's standout features is the expansive screened porch overlooking the water -- the perfect setting for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying sunset views over Penny's Creek. For buyers seeking even more potential, fully engineered plans convey for a future main house just under 3,000 square feet featuring 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, an office, and approximately 870 square feet of porches. Whether enjoyed as a turnkey waterfront retreat, primary residence, or future estate site, opportunities like this are exceptionally rare in the Charleston market.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $895,000

AD Id : 78874285

MLS Id : 26014427

Beds : 2

Lot Size : 0.84 Acre

Living Area Size : 900

Year Built : 1955

County : Charleston

Subdivision: Johns Island

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Feature Features

  • Bathroom Information

    Full Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Total Bedroom: 2 Window Feature: Thermal Windows/Doors, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • Flooring Information

    Wood
  • Roofing Information

    Metal
  • Interior Features

    Ceiling - Smooth, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Living/Dining Combo Roof: Metal Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Central Cooling: Central Air Water front: Yes WaterSource: Public

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1955 Construction Materials: Cement Siding
  • Exterior Features

    Boatlift, Dock - Existing, Dock - Floating, Stoop
    Foundation Details: Crawl Space
    Porch: Screened, Porch
  • Fencing

    Fence - Metal Enclosed, Rear Only

  • Lot Information

    Lot Description: .5 - 1 Acre, High, Level, Marshview, Riverview Lot Size Area: 0.84 Lot Size Units: Acres Lot Square Feet: 36,590 Lot Acres: 0.84 Waterfront: Marshfront, River Access, River Front, Tidal Creek, Waterfront - Deep, Waterfront - Shallow Stories: 1 Main Square Feet: 0.84

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family DetachedStyle: Cottage Subdivision: Johns Island

  • Parking Information

    Off Street

  • Elementary School: Johns Island Elementary
    Junior High School: Haut Gap
    Senior High School: St. Johns
  • Utility Information

    Dominion Energy, John IS Water Co
  • Location Information

    Direction: From Downtown Charleston, Take Maybank Highway To Johns Island. Right Onto River Road. Property Is On The Right Just Before The New Roundabout.
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/08/2026 @ 13:02

MLS: 26014427 LISTED BY: Sam Little, Beach Residential SOURCE: CHS Regional MLS

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